Sandwell ranks #107 out of 292 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (90%) than the national average (90%).

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Sandwell decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

88%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #156 of 292

90%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #191 of 292

72%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #107 of 292

33%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #80 of 292

72%

Minor dwellings approved

43 decided (1-9 homes)

94%

Major dwellings approved

17 decided (10+ homes)

83%

Change of use approved

52 decided

935

Total decisions

114 refused in 2025

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